L'esprit
Example: L'esprit d'équipe est essentiel pour réussir ce projet.
Definition
"L'esprit" refers to the mind, intellect, or spirit of a person, often indicating mental capacity, wit, or a particular attitude. It can also denote a sense of camaraderie or collective mentality, as in "L'esprit d'équipe," meaning team spirit essential for success.
Etymology
The word "l'esprit" comes from the Old French term 'espirit,' which itself derives from the Latin 'spiritus,' meaning breath or spirit. Did you know that originally it referred to the breath of life, which evolved into meanings related to mind and character over time?
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"L'esprit" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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